Join La Monocle and King Cupid Events for a specially curated evening of Lesbian & FLINTA* speed dating at the beautiful Bermonds Locke.
Doors open at 7:00pm for registration. We encourage guests to arrive promptly so you can settle in, collect your name badge, and grab a drink before dating begins. The bar will be open from 5pm, giving you time to get comfortable before being seated.
Speed dating will begin at 7:30pm.
Multiple rounds of speed dating will be hosted and expertly guided by King Cupid Events to keep things fun, relaxed, and flowing. This edition of the event is open to all ages (18+), welcoming a wide mix of people looking to connect, meet new friends, or spark something special. First-time speed daters are absolutely welcome. We will also host a 30+ speed dating event later in the month.
Each participant will meet multiple people throughout the evening, with name badges provided to help conversations feel easy and natural. Matches are shared through an anonymous matching system and will be emailed after the event once everyone has completed their match form.
Throughout the evening, drinks and food will be available from Bermonds Locke’s full restaurant menu and fully operating bar, so you can grab a drink or a bite whenever you need a pause.
La Monocle has exclusively booked the back section of the venue for the event. Please note that some hotel guests may still use the main bar area, but the event space will be clearly staffed and managed by our team.
After the speed dating concludes, the bar will remain open, so guests are welcome to stay, socialise, and continue conversations into the evening.
This event is explicitly trans-inclusive. We welcome lesbian, bi, pan, questioning, non-binary, trans, and agender people, anyone who dates within FLINTA communities.
If you have any accessibility needs, please let us know at least 12 hours in advance so we can accommodate you. Seating is adaptable for different mobility needs.
The event is lively and conversational, so please be prepared for a chatty environment with some background noise.
Arrival Info
The venue has two entrances, but guests are encouraged to use the front entrance on Tower Bridge Road. From there, reception staff and the La Monocle team will guide you directly to the event space.
Transport
The venue is a short walk from London Bridge station and is well connected by multiple bus routes.
Venue & Accessibility
• Wheelchair accessible venue with multiple accessible toilets
• Smoking area connected to the bar
• Quiet spaces available if you need a moment away, just ask a member of the La Monocle team
• Additional access needs can be discussed in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate
Whether you’re here to meet someone special or simply enjoy a great night out in a beautiful space, we can’t wait to welcome you 💫
About FLINTA*
FLINTA* is a German-originated acronym standing for Frauen (women), Lesben (lesbians), Intergeschlechtliche (intersex), Nicht-binäre (non-binary), Trans, and Agender people, with the asterisk representing all other non-binary gender identities. It is used as an umbrella term to include anyone who is not a cisgender man and who may experience patriarchal discrimination.
REFUND POLICY & EVENT INFORMATION
La Monocle is a volunteer-run fundraising event. Ticket sales go directly toward covering venue hire, performers, and production costs.
Because of this, tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled.
Please note:
• Bar service and staffing are operated by the venue, not the La Monocle team, so we are unable to control bar wait times or service speed.
• Venue capacity and facilities (including toilets) are set and managed by the venue. We adhere strictly to the capacity limits provided to us.
• La Monocle is an open and inclusive community event. The crowd and atmosphere may vary from night to night and we welcome attendees of all backgrounds and ages.
• Music programming, volume levels, and performances are curated for the space and may differ from traditional club nights.
By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge that the event is independently organised and volunteer-run.
If you have any questions regarding the event, please contact: contact@lamonocle.co.uk
A quick note for anyone attending La Monocle events:
La Monocle is a volunteer-run fundraiser and community night. Our team organises the programming, artists, and space, but some parts of the venue experience are operated independently.
• The bar and staff are run by the venue
• Capacity and facilities are set by the venue
• We always operate within the limits given to us
As our events have grown recently, we’re working closely with venues to improve things like bar service and flow for future nights.
Our aim is to create an open, welcoming space for a wide mix of people and communities, and the crowd can vary from event to event.
We really appreciate everyone who comes to support and helps make these nights happen. If you ever have feedback, please email contact@lamonocle.co.uk so we can properly review it with the team.